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Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing

Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) is an advanced and highly versatile inspection technique used to assess the integrity of materials and structures without causing any damage.

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What is Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing?

Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) is often used to inspect welds in critical applications and can detect flaws in hard-to-reach places by using sound waves to create targeted beams that can be focused on a specific area, making it possible to detect flaws in welds that would be difficult or impossible to find with other methods.

PAUT is based on the principles of wave physics. When sound waves are emitted from a transducer, they interfere with each other. This interference can be used to create beams with a specific shape and direction. The beams can then be focused on a specific area, such as a weld.

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Key benefits of Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing

Flexible

PAUT can be used to inspect a wide variety of materials and components, even those with complex shapes.

Accurate results

High quality images are generated of any defects, which allows our technicians to accurately assess the severity.

Portable

The equipment we use to carry out PAUT is portable, which means your materials can be tested at your own site, saving you valuable time and effort.

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The BES inspectors are way more technically competent and diligent compared to other providers. BES definitely stands out due to their strong technical competence and strong back office support.

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The industry requires competence to be demonstrated, typically through UKAS accreditation, which is a prerequisite for many major clients. BES is type A accredited, which is preferred, they can provide highly objective opinions.

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Senior Project Manager

BES is a really disruptive force in the market, they are able to provide a variety of necessary services to their customers and none of the other big players are able to provide that breadth of services.

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We have been with BES for the past 5 years and don’t plan on switching providers. They are very flexible with their services and are able to bring the best inspectors who can deal with on the ground challenges and build real relationships with clients.

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Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing from BES Group

The BES Group is a leading provider of NDT services, including PAUT. We have a team of experienced and qualified PAUT technicians who can inspect a wide variety of materials and components. We also have a state-of-the-art NDT laboratory where we can perform PAUT in a controlled environment.

The importance of Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing
It is particularly valuable in various industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Oil & Gas, and Manufacturing. PAUT can be used to inspect a wide variety of components, including:

Girth welds in pipelines
Butt welds in pressure vessels and tanks
Butt welds in small, thin-walled piping
Forgings and castings
Pressure vessels, tanks, ships hulls

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Why choose BES Group?

NDT expertise

BES Group has a team of experienced and qualified NDT inspectors who can use our complete suite of NDT techniques to inspect a wide variety of equipment and assets.

Qualified service

Our team are qualified to PCN Level 3 and ASNT NDT, and adhere to the BS EN ISO 9712 standard.

Trusted reliability

BES Group is a trusted and reliable provider of NDT services. We're proud to have a proven track record of providing high-quality services that meet the needs of our customers.

NDT expertise

BES Group has a team of experienced and qualified NDT inspectors who can use our complete suite of NDT techniques to inspect a wide variety of equipment and assets.

Qualified service

Our team are qualified to PCN Level 3 and ASNT NDT, and adhere to the BS EN ISO 9712 standard.

Trusted reliability

BES Group is a trusted and reliable provider of NDT services. We're proud to have a proven track record of providing high-quality services that meet the needs of our customers.

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